The Eagles’ newest draft pick is HUGE
Philadelphia’s third-round pick is a developmental player who could end up being a long-term solution at tackle.
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 8: Markel Bell #70 of the Miami Hurricanes celebrates on stage after the second half of CFP Semifinal Vrbo Fiesta Bowl against the Ole Miss Rebels at State Farm Stadium on January 8, 2026 in Glendale, Arizona. The Miami Hurricanes defeated the Ole Miss Rebels 31-27. (Photo by CFP/Getty Images) | Getty Images Eagles fans might not know much about the team’s third round pick, but it was obvious right away that Miami OT Markel Bell is an absolute unit.
At 6-foot-9, the incoming rookie will be the tallest offensive lineman on the team, which is really impressive given how large Jordan Mailata is, and a quick look at his tape should make people excited that he’s now on Philadelphia’s roster. There was a run on offensive tackles really early in the first round, and while the Eagles had to move on from their Top 4 options, they were able to get a really good developmental guy in the third round. This is the first OL draft pick for the Eagles in over 13 years that Jeff Stoutland hasn’t had a hand in helping to select, so how Bell fits into the new scheme with the new OL coach is less predictable than previous years, but he still checks all the boxes.
What do you think of the pick? Can Bell be the future of the RT position in Philly? Let us know in the comments!
Here’s what some analysts around the league had to say about the move: 🔔 — Lane Johnson (@LaneJohnson65) April 25, 2026 Just gonna leave this here pic. twitter. com/pphvykEpWp — Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) April 25, 2026 Zero sacks allowed in 558 pass pro snaps for Markel Bell in 2025.
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